Mrs. Rumple

Physical Education
 
         

 

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P.E.

IS

FUN

Teacher Information

Name: Melinda K. Rumple
Office Location: Gymnasium
Phone: 480-982-1110 ext. 5938
E-Mail: mrumple@ajusd.org

Class Description

Physical Education: The aim of the Desert Vista Physical Education program is to assist each child in developing an optimum level of health and well-being as well as acquire the attitudes, knowledge, and movement skills that will lead to lifelong participation in enjoyable and wholesome physical activities. This program is designed to help children understand how their body functions, the importance of cooperation, the effects of exercise and how to appreciate and enjoy wellness.

The Desert Vista Physical Education program follows the standards set forth by the state of Arizona. Click here to view the Arizona Physical Activity Standards

 

Classroom Rules

 
  • Always wear tennis shoes to class.
  • Respect the teacher and students.
  • Treat the equipment with respect.
  • Keep hands and feet to yourself.
  • Follow the safety rules.
  • Raise your hand to speak.
  • No gum or candy in class.
  

 

What day do you have P.E.?

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
  Ampha Bartlett McGuire Thames
Cafaro Holyoak LeMay Mannarino VanSoest
Mitchell Mittendorf Owens Verley  
Hicks Larsson Massey   VanEmmerik
Frantz Hayward Lundberg Morris Verdugo
Alexander Javinett Leeb Sorensen  

P.E. DAYS ALWAYS FOLLOW YOUR CHILD'S MUSIC DAY.

Please wear your tennis shoes on your P.E. days!!

   

 

Grading Criteria
**Each student begins each new quarter with 100 points**


1. All students are required to wear proper footwear during P.E. Class. This would include tennis shoes only. Tennis shoes without a back and tennis shoes with roller skates are not acceptable. Boots and sandals will not be acceptable either. Failure to wear proper shoes will result in a loss of 5 points per incident per quarter.

2.All students are required to participate in each activity unless excused by a doctor, school nurse, or parent. If a student chooses not to participate in the daily activity they will loose 5 points per day that they choose not to participate.

3.Good behavior is essential in Physical Education class for the safety of the students and his/her classmates.If a student is asked by the teacher to sit out of class due to a behavior problem the student will loose 5 points per incident.

4. If at anytime a teacher observes a student out of line during class whether it be lack of participation, poor attitude, or any other inappropriate conduct the student will loose 1-3 points depending on the degree of the incident.

5. Attendance is very important as well. Students can miss one P.E. class each quarter without having points taken off of their grade. Every day missed after the first miss will result in 2 points off of their P.E. grade for the quarter.

 

Climbing Wall Adventures

Indoor rock climbing is one of the fastest growing activities today. It simultaneously develops coordination, strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. Additionally, important life skills like problem solving, goal setting, perseverance, inner confidence, and patience will be learned from this unit. At Desert Vista Elementary School we are using a traverse climbing wall to host these exciting activities. At its highest point, the wall measures eight feet and is approximately 36 feet long. Participants climb horizontally (traverse) across the wall and their feet should never be higher than three feet off the ground. Your child will climb under the careful supervision of an adult instructor at all times.
Our school is fortunate enough to have a rock climbing wall located in our school cafeteria. The wall is used during Physical Education classes throughout the year.
Should you have any questions regarding this exciting educational opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact me at school.
If you would like to read more about our climbing wall, please click on one of the pictures of our students climbing.

 

Apache Junction Parks and Recreation

The Apache Junction parks and recreation provides after school sports programs for our 4th and 5th grade students. Information and sign-up sheets will be distributed to students in P.E.

For more information you can log on to the
AJ parks and recreation web page.

Just click on one of our
Mustang basketball players
shown here.

You can also contact the AJ parks and recreation
office at 480-983-2181

 

Physical Fitness Testing

4th and 5th grade students take the Physical Best Fitness Test.

Students are tested in 5 areas of fitness:
1. One Mile run/walk - Aerobic Capacity
2. Sit-ups - Abdominal Strength
3. Push-ups - Upper Body Strength
4. Chin-ups - Upper Body Strength
5. Sit and Reach - Flexibility

The philosopy is in its name!!!

Click on the Physical Best Logo for more information on Physical Fitness Testing.

Practical
Health Related
Youth Fitness Education
Standards Based
Inclusive
Comprehensive
Age Appropriate
Lifestyle Emphasis		 Behavioral Approach
Enjoyable
Self-responsibility
Teaching Energy Balance

 

Special Announcements

Jump Rope For Heart 2008
In 2007 we had another OUTSTANDING
Jump Rope for Heart event at Desert Vista.
The Mustangs raised $7175.19 for the American
Heart Association!! WAY TO GO!!!

Our next annual event will be in the Spring of 2008.

Click on the heart to learn more about the
American Heart Association

Click on the jump roper to learn more about
Jump Rope For Heart

Field Day (Grades 1-5) Friday, May 2, 2008
Field day is always a wet day in the sun with fun activities for everyone.
Wear old clothes, tennis shoes, and sunscreen.

 

 

Take the healthy steps towards a healthier YOU!!!

Let's have a great year!!

 
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.Desert Vista Elementary School .3701 E. Broadway .Apache Junction, Arizona 85219
.480.982.1110 ext.2900 .Mrs. Barbara Sanchez, Principal